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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Book 5, Book 5 : Chapter 1, Sophy.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How many children did Rousseau have?
(a) 3.
(b) 0.
(c) 5.
(d) 4.

2. What was Rousseau's father's trade?
(a) Cooper.
(b) Professor.
(c) Blacksmith.
(d) Watch maker.

3. What field did the priest explore after leaving the church?
(a) Philology.
(b) Education.
(c) Psychology.
(d) Philosophy.

4. How does Rousseau explain the relations of the sexes?
(a) As equals competing for superiority.
(b) As complementary differences.
(c) As master (or mistress) and slave.
(d) As warring opposites.

5. What kind of clothing does Rousseau prefer for children?
(a) Clothing reinforced with whalebone.
(b) Roman robes.
(c) Loose-fitting.
(d) Greek tunics.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Rousseau say about the first 25 years of a man's life?

2. What distinction does epistemology seek to make?

3. What does Rousseau say is the purpose of education?

4. What paradox does Rousseau observe in the relations of the sexes?

5. What does Rousseau recommend for children, along with physical activity?

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